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BK05 UMM

2005 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

26,613 mi
Last recorded26,613 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2024
Typical for 2005 Suzuki GS50016,280 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK05 UMM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2024 26,613 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 26,383 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 25,740 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 28 Jun 2021 25,104 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 24,682 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 24,156 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 23,053 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 22,036 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Mar 2016 20,522 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2016 20,522 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 21 Mar 2014 19,653 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2013 17,952 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 29 Feb 2012 17,627 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Pass 10 Mar 2011 17,324 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 2 Mar 2011 17,324 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 2 Mar 2010 16,927 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

one tail light bulb inoperative

rear suspension slightly stiff

Pass 26 Feb 2009 14,898 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Pass 18 Mar 2008 13,434 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2008 13,427 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500?

Based on 55,003 MOT tests across 6,013 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
1,009
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
6,013
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,184
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 915
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 875
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 515
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 471
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BK05 UMM is a 2005 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 16,280 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki GS500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 1,184 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BK05 UMM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS500 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BK05 UMM registered?

BK05 UMM is a 2005 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 18 March 2005.

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